Human Resources Generalist

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Administer the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) Department including full-cycle recruiting including onboarding, benefits administration, leave management, and policy enforcement. This role supports all positions at all Alsum Companies, ensuring a compliant, efficient, and employee-focused HR function. Always improving. Always serving. Always winning together. Exceeding expectations every day. Requirements Essential Duties and Responsibilities Manage full-cycle recruiting, including job postings, sourcing, phone screens, interview coordination, and offer letter preparation. Support workforce planning efforts, including seasonal and migrant labor needs. Attend and assist with career fairs, community outreach, and recruiting events. Maintain and update job descriptions in partnership with hiring managers. Serve as a resource for employees and supervisors regarding HR policies, procedures, and employee concerns. Partner with the Human Resource Manager to address employee relations issues, conduct investigations, and support resolution. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including those impacting agricultural and seasonal workforces. Maintain accurate and compliant employee records in both HRIS and personnel files. Complete employment verification requests. Process and administer employee separations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness. Coordinate and administer onboarding processes, including new hire paperwork, drug screens, and orientation. Conduct new hire orientations and ensure a positive onboarding experience. Create and maintain employee identification badges. Assist employees with HRIS access and utilization. Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, and open enrollment audits within HRIS. Process and manage employee leaves, including FMLA, personal leave, and short- and long-term disability. Coordinate the annual Health Risk Assessment and wellness initiatives. Serve as Chairperson of the Wellness Committee, including planning, leading, and documenting activities. Maintain and ensure accuracy of the Human Resource Information System (HRIS). Ensure proper filing, recordkeeping, and electronic documentation of all HR files. Participate in social compliance and other audits to ensure compliance with labor and ethical standards. Support continuous improvement of HR processes and systems. Assist with migrant camp operations, including applications, inspections, and upkeep coordination. Partner with operations to support workforce needs across multiple locations and seasonal cycles. Partner with the Safety Coordinator and leadership to support workplace safety programs and compliance efforts. Assist with documentation related to workplace incidents, workers’ compensation claims, and return-to-work processes. Perform other related duties as assigned to support HR and business operations. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field Two – five years’ experience in Human Resources role or related field Combination of education and experience will also be considered SHRM Certification preferred Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus. Experience with multi-site or field-based workforce environments. Required Skills and Abilities Strong verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, seasonal environment. Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices. Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Ability to travel between locations as needed. Valid driver’s license with acceptable motor vehicle record. Physical/Environmental Demands Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds Ability to sit, stand, walk and occasionally stoop, bend or reach Must wear necessary PPE (safety glasses and hearing protection) in designated areas Ability to work in different environments including office environment, production areas and outside such as farms where temperatures and conditions will vary #J-18808-Ljbffr Alsum Farms & Produce, Inc.